February 16-22, 2018
Living Christ in This World
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LENT BEGAN THIS WEEK!
Please plan to join us for Lenten Quiet Morning, Saturday, February 17, Evensong, Sunday, February 18, and Wonderful Wednesday, beginning Wednesday, February 21!
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PREACHING SCHEDULE
February 18 The Rev. Canon Victor L. Austin
February 25 The Rt. Rev. Keith B. Whitmore
March 4 The Rev. Peter J. Speropulos
March 11 The Rt. Rev. Keith B. Whitmore
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Saturday, February 17
LENTEN QUIET MORNING
:
"Friendship: What We Miss and What God Offers"
8 AM-Noon. A Continental Breakfast will be served.
Our guest preacher, The Rev'd Canon Victor Lee Austin, Ph.D., is Theologian-in-Residence for the Episcopal Diocese of Dallas and Church of the Incarnation in Dallas. A priest-scholar, Father Austin's background is in both the parish ministry and the academic world as a former parish rector and college professor. From 2005 to 2016 he was Theologian-in-Residence at Saint Thomas Church Fifth Avenue in New York City. His book,
Up with Authority: Why We Need Authority to Flourish as Human Beings
, was published by T&T Clark and shortlisted for the 2013 Michael Ramsey prize. His most recent book
, Losing Susan: Brain Disease, the Priest's Wife, and the God Who Gives and Takes Away
, is published by Brazos Books. He blogs at
http://edod.org/diary-of-a-theologian/
and is the father of two and grandfather of five.
THIS SUNDAY
Sunday, February 18
RECTOR’S FORUM:
Please join the Rector as he leads a study of the “Old Testament Roots of the Gospel” from 10:30-11 AM in the Taylor Room. Everyone is welcome.
EVENSONG:
The CSMSG Schola will sing Choral Evensong this Sunday evening at 5 PM. The service will include the Evening Service in G minor of Henry Purcell, along with music of Adrian Batten, Thomas Tomkins, and William Byrd. Please plan to join us for this beautiful, contemplative liturgy to mark the ending of the day and the beginning of the Lenten season.
WELCOME OUR GUEST PREACHER
, The Rev. Canon Victor Lee Austin, Ph.D., who is Theologian-in-Residence for the Episcopal Diocese of Dallas and Church of the Incarnation in Dallas. A priest-scholar, Father Austin’s background is in both the parish ministry and the academic world as a former parish rector and college professor. From 2005 to 2016 he was Theologian-in-Residence at Saint Thomas Church Fifth Avenue in New York City. His book,
Up with Authority: Why We Need Authority to Flourish as Human Beings
, was published by T&T Clark and shortlisted for the 2013 Michael Ramsey prize. His most recent book,
Losing Susan: Brain Disease
,
the Priest’s Wife
, and
The God Who Gives and Takes Away
, is published by Brazos Books. He blogs at
http://edod.org/diary-of-a-theologian/
and is the father of two and grandfather of five.
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Stewardship Campaign
This Sunday is the first Sunday in Lent. Lent is a time for reminding us that Jesus calls us to the highest form of discipleship and the most challenging aspects of giving. Lent calls us to be more generous and to take hold of life to its fullest.
If you have not yet made a pledge and wish to do so, you may pick up a pledge card in the pew, narthex, on the website at
www.csmsg.org
, or call the Church at 314.721.1502.
Thank you for your pledge!
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THIS WEEK OUR CHORISTERS ARE IN THE SPOTLIGHT!
The Choristers provide children ages eight years old and older with an opportunity to play an important role in keeping music alive in the Anglican tradition. Children in the Choir enjoy learning musical skills, vocal skills, the Christian aspects of the music, and general rehearsal techniques.
The Choristers rehearse and sing during the school year. Rehearsals are conducted on Wednesdays from 4:30 to 6 PM. The Choristers sing at the 9:15 AM liturgy on scheduled Sundays and at special services. Church membership is not a requirement. For more information stop by the table in the Great Hall to talk to Nick Bideler.
ON FACEBOOK
THIS WEEK
Monday, February 19 -
Armstrong Room (9-9:45 AM)
MONDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY:
"Mothers of the Messiah" - The arrival of Jesus Christ came as the fulfillment of centuries of preparation and promises God made to Israel. Join us to explore the lives of the foreigners, queens, and other women in Jesus' ancestral line from Eve to Mary.
Tuesday, February 20
CHURCH SERVICE LEAGUE
10:30-11:30 AM: Bible study,"Redemption in the Books of Moses” led by The Rev. Peter Speropulos; 11:30 - Noon: Holy Eucharist, St. Mary’s Chapel; Noon: Lunch, the Great Hall. Lunch costs $7. Reservations are required by Sunday evening, February 18, to Lynne Roney at
lynneroney@sbcglobal.net
or 314.727.7175. 12:30 PM: Lenten Series Guest Speaker: Kate Glass, member of the St. Louis Chamber Chorus, “Religion in Song”.
Tuesday, February 20 (Note: 3rd Tuesday)
STEAK & STORIES:
6-8 PM in the Great Hall
Speaker: Jan Jacobi; Topic:
Young Lincoln
“A cracking good story–one that hews to the historical facts, while hewing from them the believable human figure of a boy named Abraham growing into the man Lincoln. This is a fine novel for readers of all ages and interests.”-Robert Bray, author of
Reading With Lincoln.
Come and hear Jan Jacobi as he shares his new book with us. Cost: $20. Please RSVP by Noon on Monday, February 19 to
reception@csmsg.org
.
Wednesday, February 21
WONDERFUL WEDNESDAYS:
Join Bishop Keith Whitmore for Wonderful Wednesdays during Lent, February 21-March 21, as he teaches “Living Our Baptismal Covenant-The Anglican Way”.
5:30 PM Evening Prayer in St. Mary’s Chapel
6:00 PM Light Supper in the Great Hall
6:45 PM “Living Our Baptismal Covenant-The Anglican Way”-BP. Whitmore in Sverdrup Room
7:45 PM Compline in St. Mary’s Chapel
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 22
YOUNG LINCOLN:
Parishioner Jan Jacobi’s young adult novel,
Young Lincoln,
has been published by Reedy Press in St. Louis and was released on February 1. The St. Michael School is hosting a party celebrating this in the Great Hall at 5 PM on Thursday, February 22. Jan will tell us a little about the book, give brief readings from it, and then sign copies. The church congregation is invited to attend. It’s the first of a series of school/church events that is being planned for the next few months.
Friday, February 23
FRIDAY MORNING WOMEN'S BIBLE STUDY:
Review the Collect and Scripture readings for the upcoming Sunday. We meet Friday mornings in the Library from 7:30-8:30 AM following Holy Eucharist at 7 AM in St. Mary’s Chapel.
Friday, February 23 & Saturday, February 24
WOMEN'S RETREAT
2018 Weekend Women’s Retreat at Mercy Center
"Susan's very real and inspiring example helps lift our hearts from the lesser things that so easily weigh us down and discourage us to set our sights on the greatness of God..."
– Kristine Getty, Writer/Artist
We are thrilled to have author Susan Alexander Yates leading our Lenten retreat. Based on Susan's book,
Risky Faith
, she will take us on a journey of renewed understanding and vision to walk in the confidence of a God so much bigger than the challenges we often face. "With
Risky Faith
, you can move from defeat to victory."
Please join the Women of CSMSG for our 25th Annual Women's Retreat! The Retreat runs from 5 PM on Friday until 9 PM. Saturday 8:30 AM-5 PM. Registration is online at
www.csmsg.org
.
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SAVE THE DATE!
FRIDAY, APRIL 13 & Saturday, April 14
The Flower Guild will sponsor a workshop in flower arranging for church arrangements, special events arrangements, and home dinners. Our guest designer is Alan Gray, owner of Old Vicarage Gardens in East Ruston, UK. SEATING IS LIMITED so don’t delay sending in your reservation!
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CHURCH SCHOOL
WATCH VIDEO "EARLY YEARS OF JESUS"
IN LAST WEEK'S SUNDAY SCHOOL
CHAPEL
SERVICE
SECOND CHANCE
for the 4th Graders to serve breakfast at Gateway 180 this Sunday, February 18. Same plan - meet at the Church playground at 6:30 AM. We will leave at 6:40 AM, serve at 7 AM and then pass out the Valentine’s bags that we prepared a couple of Sundays ago. If you are interested, please let Jane Fisher know.
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PARENT LINK
“There is a constant need to guard ourselves and our loved ones against a culture that says yes to almost everything except to saying no,”
says
Character Matters
author Susan Yates. Parents today need all the support the church can give them as they work to raise families in today’s world. Parent Link at CSMSG wants to partner with parents to empower and encourage them. If you would like the latest information from Parent Link, please go the Parent Link webpage and register
here
.
PARENT LINK PRESENTS: CHARACTER MATTERS: RAISING KIDS WITH VALUES THAT LAST
by Susan Alexander
Yates on Sunday, February 25 from 11:30 AM-1 PM. Childcare will be provided with a
dvance reservation by Tuesday, February 20. A light lunch will be available.
Register
for this seminar on the Parent Link webpage or by calling 314.721.1502.
FAITHFUL GENERATIONS ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS:
Join all generations of parents to discuss parenting in faith and encouraging a faithful generation of children. Discuss what’s working, and what worries us with other parents and grandparents.
Articles discussed in this class are listed
HERE
.
This class meets in the Wydown Meeting Room each Sunday from 10:30-11 AM.
PC3 PARENT NETWORK PODCAST:
Ever wish you could listen to a
short, inspiring podcast to encourage you as you try to instill faith in your children or grandchildren? Tune into the
Parent Network Podcast
at Port City Community Church,
HERE
where Chris Sasser, our Parent Link consultant, has just begun a wonderful bi-monthly podcast with the goal to equip and encourage parents and grandparents in their spiritual walk with God.
PARENT LINK REPRESENTATIVE:
If you would like to be a liaison for families with children in similar grades as yours, please contact Marty Chapman by e-mail at
marty@csmsg.org
.
PARENT LINK REGISTRATION:
All interested adults are asked to sign up to be a part of the CSMSG Parent Link by going to the Parent Link Homepage and
registering
. This will ensure that you receive the most current information about this new ministry for parents of all ages and stages of life!
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YOUTH MINISTRY
YOUTH GROUP UPDATE:
Remember, YG now meets every Sunday in the Gym from 6:30-8 PM for pizza, games, and Compline!
CONFIRMATION LUNCH
with sponsors will be held this Sunday, February 18, from 11 AM-12 PM in the Gym. Parents will have discussion in the parents classroom at the same time.
CONFIRMATION GUIDED EUCHARIST:
Fr. Peter will conduct a Eucharist for all confirmation families on Saturday, March 3, at 5 PM. Come learn together in this informal setting why we do what we do each week. RSVP to
timothy@csmsg.org
for dinner following.
MIDDLE SCHOOL MISSION WEEK REGISTRATION:
is now open for CSMSG parishioners and guests. This will be open for two weeks before we open it more broadly. Register now, as this event is capped at 40 participants and has filled to capacity for the last several years! MSMW will be June 4-8, 2018, and is open to all current 5th-8th grade students and lasts from about 8 AM-3 PM each day. Please be sure to complete both the parent and student information sections of the registration form, which can be found under “Summer Mission Opportunities” on the YM webpage.
HIGH SCHOOL MISSION INFORMATION SESSION
Current 8th-12th graders, come hear about our summer mission trip to Erie, PA, July 13-22, 2018. No obligation, just learn about this great opportunity to serve those in need! The
Info Session will be in the Armstrong Room from 11:15 AM-Noon on Sunday, March 4.
MIDDLE SCHOOL MISSION WEEK PLANNING:
MSMW is one of our most powerful programs each summer as students learn the importance of following Christ in the world by loving God and loving our neighbors. We are looking for interested adults to join our planning committee to plan for June 2018. If you’re interested, please email
timothy@csmsg.org
for more information.
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PASTORAL CARE
Is there someone you haven't seen recently at Church? If you or someone you know is ill or hospitalized, please let us know how we can help. Please call us at 314.721.1502 or contact Debbie at
communications@csmsg.org
or Laurie at
Laurie@csmsg.org
.
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ALTAR FLOWERS
Order Sunday Flowers online
here
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WELCOME!
Please review The Church of St. Michael & St. George's weekly
e-newsletter to keep abreast of our events. Visit our
online calendar
for event informatio
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"IN THE LOOP!"
A hearing loop for hearing aid and cochlear implant users has been installed in the main sanctuary. Loop listeners are available for those without a compatible hearing device.
more
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